Design and Build: From First Ideas to Finished Project
Big projects need more than a builder. With Rushmore’s Design and Build service, we bring together trusted architects and skilled trades under one roof — giving you a joined-up process from first sketches to final handover across the North East. You get a design that’s creative and practical, a clear costed plan, and one team managing every step.
What We Do?
Our Design and Build service takes the stress out of large projects by keeping everything under one roof. Instead of you finding and managing an architect, we connect you with one of our trusted RIBA-accredited partners — professionals we know deliver creative, practical designs that work in the real world.
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We handle the process from start to finish: site visits, drawings, revisions, and a fully itemised quotation for the build. If you choose Rushmore Developments to carry out the work, our experienced team manages every stage on site too - from planning permission and building control to the design details that turn plans into a beautiful, functional space.
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And if you decide not to build with us, the drawings are still yours. All we ask is first refusal before you take them elsewhere.
Why Choose Design and Build?
Big projects are exciting — but they can also be overwhelming. Finding the right architect, managing costs, and keeping the design practical for your budget isn’t easy if you’re juggling multiple people and companies. That’s where our Design and Build service makes all the difference.
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With Rushmore, you don’t have to start from scratch. We’ll connect you with a trusted RIBA-accredited architect and guide you through every stage — from first ideas to the final handover. Because we’re involved from day one, your design will be creative, functional, and ready to build.
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You’ll also benefit from early cost clarity through our Project Investment Tiers, so there are no budget surprises later. And if we deliver your build, we’ll plan every detail with you — layouts, finishes and materials — then lock them in with our Schedule of Finishes. It’s a seamless process designed to save you stress and make sure your investment creates the home you’ve imagined..
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How it Works
It all starts with a free Discovery Call and then an on-site visit, where we listen to your ideas, take measurements, and talk through layout options. If you’d like to move forward, you’ll sign a Design and Build contract and pay the design fee.
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We’ll then bring in one of our trusted, RIBA-accredited architects to carry out site visits, produce drawings, and refine the design with at least one full revision. Once the plans are complete, we prepare a fully itemised quotation for the build, including everything you need: planning permission, building control, and structural calculations.
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If you choose Rushmore for the build, we move into pre-construction planning. This includes a detailed Planning and Design Meeting, a full Schedule of Finishes, and a tailored Disruption Minimisation Plan — so you know exactly what’s happening and when. During construction, you’ll have a dedicated project manager, regular updates, and quality checks at every stage.
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If you’d like to see more about how we manage projects from start to finish, head over to our How We Work page for the full breakdown.
An Investment in Getting it Right
When you’re spending tens of thousands of pounds on your home, getting the design right is everything. Our Design and Build service is a small upfront investment that protects the much larger cost of construction — helping you avoid budget overruns, awkward compromises, and stressful mid-build changes.
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If you choose Rushmore Developments for the build, our itemised quotation covers everything you’ll need, from planning permission and technical approvals to the smallest design details. And if you decide to take your plans elsewhere, the drawings are still yours — all we ask is first refusal before you do.
